Gastroesophageal reflux disease, Pulmonology FAQ - Page 6

Sudden inability to breathe? Hello, I would like to describe my mother's symptoms. It started with a cough, and after seeing a doctor and taking medication, she continued to cough. Then she went to a pharmacy and bought a Japanese cough medicine, which she took for about two...

Discomfort in the central area of the right lower chest? Hello, Doctor. I have the following symptoms and would appreciate your insights. For the past week, I have been feeling a persistent tightness in the lower right center of my chest. I have previously experienced chest pain ...

Left chest pain? Hello, since the end of October, I have been experiencing pain in the upper left area of my chest, which comes on suddenly and then goes away. Sometimes, certain positions or lifting heavy objects can trigger the pain. I'm unsure if it's heart-related, ...

Chest tightness? Hello, I experienced a feeling of tightness in my chest while sleeping at night, somewhat like a cramp, and also a sensation similar to the pressure of swallowing a stone. However, it was not very intense and disappeared shortly after. The location is approximate...

The pleural effusion test indicated a pleural tuberculosis index of 84? 1. The pleural effusion test showed a pleural tuberculosis index of 841. Is it necessary to take the CDC medication for 6 to 9 months? 2. The patient has a history of gastric ulcer and gastroesophageal reflux...

Chest pain issues? Chest pain caused by gastrointestinal issues typically occurs in the central part of the chest, often along the line connecting the breasts. Thank you!

Difficulty breathing when lying down? Hello doctor, recently when I lie down at night to sleep, I experience shortness of breath, as if there is a trapped gas in my abdomen that I can't expel, making it difficult to fall asleep. I would like to ask the doctor if there are an...

Chest pain and a sensation of a foreign body in the throat? About eight months ago, I started feeling a strange sensation in the center of my chest. I went to a pulmonologist for an X-ray, and the doctor said everything looked normal, so I didn't think much of it. However, i...

Chest pain Hello Dr. Zhou, last night before bed, while using the computer, I experienced a rapid progression of discomfort in my chest to a feeling of compressed pain within just a few minutes. After lying in bed for about 10 minutes, the chest pain eased, and my breathing retur...

There is a feeling of tightness and pain in the right side of the chest and the right side of the back! Hello, doctor! My symptoms are as follows: I do not experience pain in my right chest, but there is slight pain in my right back when pressed lightly. The specific location is ...

Chronic chest tightness and cough? Hello Doctor: About three years ago, I started experiencing chest tightness, located in the center of my chest where there is a protruding area. It feels uncomfortable when I walk with my chest out, and the tightness becomes more pronounced when...

Chest pain Hello Doctor: Recently, I have been experiencing unusual pain, especially when eating hot food, as it passes through my chest cavity. It feels like a burning sensation, particularly noticeable in the center of my chest. This discomfort is not due to the food being too ...

Occasionally experiencing a dry cough at night while sleeping? As the topic suggests, when you are about to fall asleep at night, you experience an itchy throat and a dry cough that affects your sleep. What could be the cause of this? Thank you.

Can complications arise after recovering from pulmonary tuberculosis? Hello, doctors! I was first diagnosed with open pulmonary tuberculosis in 1999. Due to certain factors, my treatment took nearly two years to complete, and my attending physician officially informed me that I h...

Shortness of breath? I am 36 years old and used to smoke about one and a half packs a day. In May of this year, I suddenly felt very short of breath, with a heavy and painful sensation in my chest. I sought medical attention and felt much better after receiving an injection, but ...

Shortness of breath? I am 36 years old and used to smoke about a pack and a half a day. In May of this year, I suddenly felt very short of breath, with a heavy and painful sensation in my chest. I sought medical attention, and after receiving an injection, I felt much better. How...

Chest pain with breathing? Hello, doctor. My symptoms are: I experience chest pain when breathing, and the pain worsens when swallowing, bending down, or lying down. (The chest pain started after lunch on July 13 and has continued until now.) My questions are: Is there an immedia...

Chest tightness and shortness of breath? Hello doctor, I had an upper gastrointestinal endoscopy at Mackay Memorial Hospital at the end of last year, which revealed a duodenal ulcer and Helicobacter pylori infection. The doctor prescribed a week-long course of antibiotics to erad...

Chest pain with discomfort in the back? Hello doctor, I am located in Hsinchu. I have severe nasal congestion and have been experiencing persistent chest tightness and pain, which worsens when I wake up. I also have a reduced appetite and feel full quickly. I went to Mackay Memor...

Coughing persistently? Hello Dr. Qu: My mother (58 years old) has been coughing persistently lately. She has phlegm, which is white, but it seems to lean more towards a dry cough. She has seen many doctors and had X-rays done to confirm that her lungs are fine, and it doesn'...